Sideswipe (verb)

To strike or hit someone or something with a sweeping motion, usually with the side of a vehicle or object.

Origin:

The word sideswipe originated in the early 20th century, and is a combination of the word side and swipe, meaning to hit or strike with a sweeping motion. it refers to the action of striking or hitting someone or something with a sweeping motion, usually with the side of a vehicle or object.

Examples:

1. The driver sideswiped another car while trying to change lanes.
2. The truck sideswiped the guardrail and flipped over.
3. The cyclist was sideswiped by the car and fell to the ground.
4. She sideswiped the parked car when she turned the corner.
5. The wind sideswiped the tent and knocked it down.